CON2080 Plumbing Systems

Intermediate · 1 credit · TMT - Trades, Manufacturing and Transportation

Description: Students develop basic knowledge and skills to fabricate and make repairs to residential drainage, waste and vent (DWV) and water supply systems.
Prerequisite: CON1010: Construction Tools & Materials
Parameters: Access to a building site and/or construction facility and to instruction from an individual with specialized training in plumbing.
Supporting courses: CON1070: Building Construction

Outcomes The student will:

1 identify and describe the parts of a residential plumbing system
- 1.1 identify and describe the piping systems in a conventional residence such as water supply, vent, drainage and gas supply
- 1.2 examine the principles related to proper sizing, venting, pressures and drainage angles
- 1.3 investigate and compare the use of iron, copper, brass and plastic components
- 1.4 identify the symbols that are used to depict common fixtures and fittings
- 1.5 identify the code requirements for installing a residential plumbing system
- 1.6 identify appropriate methods of cutting iron, copper, steel and plastic pipe
2 create a drawing of a water supply system and a DWV system for a typical plumbing fixture
- 2.1 sketch a typical water supply system and a DWV system for a typical household fixture
3 apply plumbing skills to assist in the installation of a water supply system and a DWV system
- 3.1 describe and demonstrate approved methods of joining pipe using solder, cohesives, mechanical joints and threaded fasteners
- 3.2 determine when to use face-to-face, centre-to-centre and shoulder-to-shoulder measurements
- 3.3 use a plumbing layout drawing to create a detailed materials list and cost estimate
- 3.4 locate and use the appropriate fire extinguisher for a given type of fire
- 3.5 describe the health hazards associated with the use of solder and plastic adhesives
- 3.6 use the appropriate tools, materials and techniques to:
  - 3.6.1 rough in a water supply system and a DWV system
  - 3.6.2 pressure test a supply system
  - 3.6.3 install a fixture and connect supply and drainage lines
4 demonstrate basic competencies
- 4.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
  - 4.1.1 communicate
  - 4.1.2 manage information
  - 4.1.3 use numbers
  - 4.1.4 think and solve problems
- 4.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
  - 4.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
  - 4.2.2 be responsible
  - 4.2.3 be adaptable
  - 4.2.4 learn continuously
  - 4.2.5 work safely
- 4.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
  - 4.3.1 work with others
  - 4.3.2 participate in projects and tasks
5 identify possible life roles related to the skills and content of this cluster
- 5.1 recognize and then analyze the opportunities and barriers in the immediate environment
- 5.2 identify potential resources to minimize barriers and maximize opportunities